The Chicago Bears would like to bring impending free-agent CB Kelvin Hayden back next season, but Hayden is expected to explore other options in free agency before coming to any final decision, according to a league source.

Chicago Bears CB Kelvin Hayden (foot) has been limited during organized team activities because of the foot injury that cut his 2011 season short but hopes to start practicing every day starting next week. Hayden has a chance to win one of the starting cornerback jobs during training camp.

Atlanta Falcons CB Kelvin Hayden (toe) plans to play in the team's Week 16 game against the New Orleans Saints. "I'm very close," Hayden said. "I'll run again and see how that goes and hopefully I'll be ready. Thursday, for me personally, will be a big day because I haven't been out there in awhile. The more practice reps I get, the better."

Atlanta Falcons CB Brent Grimes (knee) is set to return to practice Tuesday, Dec. 20, after missing three games following knee surgery. CB Kelvin Hayden (toe) could return to practice by Thursday, Dec. 22.